Health Canada orders recall of Galanz Retro refrigerators over fire risk

Health Canada issued a recall for certain Galanz Retro refrigerators after discovering that internal electrical parts may short circuit and ignite, creating a fire and burn danger. The recall covers units sold from December 2018 through December 2020, with two incidents confirmed in Canada but no reported injuries. The models are red, approximately 147 cm tall, 61 cm deep and 53 cm wide, featuring a 7.6 cu ft capacity, left-hand door handles, three adjustable glass shelves, a drawer, and a separate freezer door.

The specific model number is GLR76TRDER, with sub-models BCD-215VF-C-62H and BCD-215VF-D-62H, identified by a label on the upper left back and date codes within the recall range. Owners should stop using the fridge, unplug it, and contact the manufacturer for a free in-home repair via the recall website.